Power outages in Cuba are a recurring problem that has affected the Cuban population for decades. They are mainly due to the lack of investment and maintenance in the country's electrical infrastructure, as well as the dependence on imported fuels to generate energy.
Map of reported blackouts today
In recent years, blackouts have intensified and prolonged due to the economic crisis and fuel shortages in the country. In 2019, the Cuban government implemented a plan for electrical energy rationing to try to resolve the problem, which consisted of scheduled power cuts for several hours a day in different areas of the country.
However, in 2021, blackouts have become more frequent and unpredictable, even affecting the capital, Havana. The situation has worsened further with the COVID-19 pandemic, as the lack of electricity hinders access to basic services like healthcare and online education.
The Cuban population has expressed its discontent with the situation, and protests have been reported in some areas of the country. The government has promised to invest in electrical infrastructure and seek long-term solutions, but the situation remains uncertain and difficult for the Cuban population.
Lack of fuel and demand exceeding expectations leave over 700 MW of blackouts on Monday in Cuba.
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Blackout destroys pipeline and leaves half of Havana without water.
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Cubans share their opinions on blackouts and the government's promises for the summer.
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Severe storm causes unexpected blackout in areas of Miami.
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Blackouts continue in Cuba despite government promises for the summer.
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Blackouts in Cuba: "The heat wakes us up"
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The Cuban government claims that resources have arrived to set up 92 photovoltaic parks.
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Cuban Electric Union reports an increase in blackouts due to a deficit exceeding 600 MW.
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The Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric plant will stop for another four days for maintenance.
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The Minister of Energy recognizes impact on the electricity supply due to lack of fuel.
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Reports of initial electrical impacts in Granma due to Hurricane Beryl.
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Awkward moment: The power goes out during an interview with Annie Garcés on Cuban television.
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The start-up process of the Antonio Guiteras Thermoelectric Plant begins.
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Considerable increase in blackouts following breakdown at the Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric plant.
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"Electric horse" catches fire on a central street in Santiago de Cuba.
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Blackouts due to a deficit of more than 1000 MW this Friday in Cuba.
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Cuban government extends importation of generators until September
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Cuba explores gas deposits for electricity generation.
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Blackouts increase in Cuba due to failure at the Antonio Guiteras Thermoelectric Plant.
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Three photovoltaic parks donated by China are installed in Cuba.
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Maduro increases oil shipments to Cuba using "invisible" tanker fleet.
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Alert after accident in Miramar: "There are a few traffic lights out"
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A house collapses in Cuba amidst a blackout.
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Cuban tricks to keep your cell phone charged during blackouts
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